I don't know about you guys, but I must have missed the memo on where to sign up for the parallel parking classes. Turns out, it's kinda hard to do.

Whenever I have to drive downtown, in the back of my mind, I am asking myself, "Will I have to parallel park"? Of course, I can't parallel park. I'm too afraid to try with all the cars behind me and the people that will laugh if I drive over the curb. Think about the danger I could cause!

Anyways, I did some research and found a simple guide to help you parallel park. I will try the steps here this weekend, maybe they will help you too.

1. Pull alongside the car ahead of the space you want. Align your rear axle with that car's bumper. Turn the wheel toward the curb at full lock.2. Back up until the center of your inside rear tire aligns with the streetside edge of the forward car. Straighten wheel, continue to reverse.3. When your outside tire aligns with that same edge, turn the wheel the other way.4. If all went according to plan, you're in the space, bodywork intact. Get out and admire your work.

How To Parallel Park - The Visual Guide

What do you all think?

I'm going to give these steps a try this weekend and see if I can conquer one of my greatest fears in life. Yes. It really is.

A big thank you to The Harvey Mansion for hosting our Girls Night Out and Dori Sotirova for baking #delish cookies for us! We had such a great time and we want to thank Kimberly's Photography for partnering with us for the night as our featured photographer! Sending a special thank you to all the great vendors and guests! It was so great to see everyone. Can't wait to see you on August 24th at Savi's Wine Shop + Networking Social!

I have decided to let the world know that I use a bidet and I love it.

For those of us (Americans) who do not know what a bidet is, it's basically a bathroom fixture that stands as a replacement for toilet paper. You use the power of pressurized water to get all your bits nice and clean. Like a shower for your rear-end.

I was tired of never feeling 100% clean using toilet paper. I mean, you wipe and wipe, but you never feel completely satisfied. Also, toilet paper can leave a trace.

I wanted to go into a few reasons why you should consider using a bidet.

1. A bidet is more hygienic than Paper.

​I mentioned it before, but if you have ever had your hands or arm covered in something full of germs or bacteria, you wouldn't just wipe it clean with a paper towel right? Of course not. You would at least use some water or anything to rinse the stuff off. The bidet is that source of water that can purify you.

2. A bidet will save you money!

Did you know that a bidet can pay for itself? How many rolls of toilet paper do you have to go through a week? Seems like you have to go through a whole roll sometimes to get real clean right? Consider that Toilet paper is about $10 for a 12 pack. The money you spend on 3 of these packs would buy you a brand new bidet attachment to your toilet. It's real easy to install and use. The bigger your family, the more you will save not using so much TP. Also, you will be keeping your sewers nice and clean so you can avoid that crazy plumber bill!

3. A bidet can improve your health.

Using a bidet can actually heal constipation or hemorrhoids. The bidet nozzle will easily flush all the bad stuff out of your body and you won't have to constantly irritate yourself wiping over and over again.

No longer will you have to feel that rough toilet paper!

There you have it! Convinced? You should be.

I will admit the first time I ever used my bidet, it was quite the shock and thrill. But the benefits outweigh the questions from my guests asking, "what's that on your toilet?" Being able to be clean and dry with just the push of a button makes me feel like like royalty!
​Unfortunately, bidets are still very uncommon in the United States. If you have ever ventured into Europe or Asia, you will find them everywhere. We need to get with the times and be as hygienic as we can be!

At the end of the day, a bidet will make your life easier, cleaner and help you save money.

Q: Is there anything you would like potential customers and readers of our blog to know about you and your business?

P: Pure Romance Parties are empowering, educating and entertaining allowing ladies the opportunity to learn about some of the things most important - their bodies, their desires and their relationships!! Pure Romance Products are amazing, Must Have Products that help you press pause on your BUSY life and Focus on YOU!

Q: Describe yourself in three words:

P: FUN Lovin, Passionate and Focused

Q: Tell us about your business and how you became the successful business woman you are today.

P: Believing in and LOVING Pure Romance Products and how the products and knowledge gained at my parties help Ladies personally with their self esteem and personal relationships!!

Q: What are your top three favorite people/places/things to do in New Bern?

P: LOVE the New Bern Waterfront and Downtown Shops and Restaurants

Q: What do you consider your greatest professional achievement?

P: Recruiting and Training Women as Pure Romance Consultants and helping them grow their business

Q: What are your professional goals for the next six months?

P: Presidents Club and Incentive Trip Earner

Q: Do you have any advice for women who'd like to start their own company?

P: Just Do It!! Let your Passion be your PayCheck!!

Thanks for your time Penny! These products sounds HOT! There are definitely things here to get the blood pumping. :)

It takes a lot of courage to forge your own path as the owner of your own company. You are very inspiring and we hope that all the other leading ladies of New Bern will also be inspired to take their careers into their own hands!

Thanks so much for joining us at our next event. We are so excited to have you at our next event and to soon experience the sensual and luxurious world of Pure Romance.

Before we go, we would like to remind you that our next event will be July 20th at Circa 1810 at the Harvey Mansion - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM EST. It's going to be a great night. Don't miss out on all of the fun!

Please stop by and support New Bern's local businesses, have a great time and try out amazing products.

​A: Plant-based, Beauty, Health & Wellness products. Men & women ages 21+ who are interested in ​starting or are already working on maintaining a healthy, wholesome, happy lifestyle.

Q: What sets your product/service apart from your competitors?

​A: Our products are plant-based: No Soy, no dairy, no GMO. You immediately begin to see and experience the difference in the way you feel, your energy, your appearance once you start using the products. These products impact individuals' wellness and health. For example It Works Defining Gel works for individuals who have flare-ups from lupus. Our Greens on the Go detoxifies your body, balances your pH levels to help fight off the common colds.

Q: How long have you been in business? Where are you located?

​A: We have been in business for a couple of months. It Works Global distributors are located all over the world, however we have several in the New Bern area!!

Q: Is there anything you would like potential customers and readers of our blog to know about you and your business?

​A: We are in this business to help impact individuals lives, it is not just to sell the items or earn money. We truly believe in these products; we are products of the products!! These products changed my life and change the lives of so many other individuals​.

Q: Anything else you would like to add?​A: It Works products are not just products..they are a lifestyle and our goal is to encourage others to start their health and wellness journey so they can live as healthy as possible and enjoy life feeling & looking amazing!!!​

Q: What are your professional goals for the next six months?

​A: To increase our customer base with It Works, and ​

Q: What profession other than your own would you like to attempt?

​A: Ashley - Dental Hygiene; Chrystal - Entertainment (singer)​​

Thanks for your time Chrystal and Ashley! These products seem healthy, affordable and like they can completely change your life around for the healthier! You are both very inspiring and we hope that all the other leading ladies of New Bern will also be inspired to take their careers and their health into their own hands!

Thanks so much for joining us at our next event. We are so excited to have you both and to experience the "It Work's" line of health products. They sound wonderful.

Before we go, we would like to remind you that our next event will be July 20th at Circa 1810 at the Harvey Mansion - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM EST. It's going to be a great night. Don't miss out on all of the fun!

Please stop by and support New Bern's local businesses, have a great time and try out amazing products.

​A: The difference from my jewelry is everything is only 5 dollars (so it is definitely affordable!!) Also we have new inventory daily so we always have new styles!

Q: How long have you been in business? Where are you located?

​A: I have recently just started in May of 2017 and I am located in Bridgeton NC.

Q: Is there anything you would like potential customers and readers of our blog to know about you and your business?

​A: Our jewelry is affordable for everyone! Everything is lead and nickel free! So our jewelry is perfect for those with sensitive skin.

Q:Describe yourself in three words:

​A: Fun, energetic and loving!

Q:Tell us about your business and how you became the successful business woman you are today.

​A: I became the successful business woman I am to because I love what I do! I love interacting with others! Always keep you head high and you will succeed!

Q:What are your top three favorite people/places/things to do in New Bern?

​A: I love to be out in the boat with my husband Richard and two beautiful boys Bryson and Carson!

Q:What do you consider your greatest professional achievement?

​A: Right now my greatest achievement for my business has been putting myself out there and becoming a successful independent consultant!

Q:What are your professional goals for the next six months?

​A: My goal is to build my business!

Q:Do you have any advice for women who'd like to start their own company?

​A: ​For any women looking to start their own business I would say have confidence and do not be afraid!! Never let a NO take you down.

Thanks for your time Allyson! These accessories sounds affordable, lovely and good for our skin. The trifecta!

It takes a lot of courage to forge your own path as the owner of your own company. You are very inspiring and we hope that all the other leading ladies of New Bern will also be inspired to take their careers into their own hands!

Allyson, thanks so much for joining us at our next event. We are so excited to have you and to learn about your line of "Paparazzi" accessories.

Before we go, we would like to remind you that our next event will be July 20th at Circa 1810 at the Harvey Mansion - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM EST. It's going to be a great night. Don't miss out on all of the fun!

Please stop by and support New Bern's local businesses, have a great time and try out amazing products.

A: Cleaning & personal care products that improve the quality of life by radically reducing the chemicals used in your home (clean 90% of your home using only water). Everyone can benefit from/use these products, although I've decided that my target market is open-minded people -- those who would value learning about a better way to take care of their homes, take care of their families and take care of the environment. Mainly women.

Q: What sets your product/service apart from your competitors?

A: They work! Not only are they a better way to clean, they will save you time and money!

Q: How long have you been in business? Where are you located?

A: I've been a Norwex Independent Sales Consultant for one year. Located in New Bern.

Q:Is there anything you would like potential customers and readers of our blog to know about you and your business?

A: The main reason that I sell Norwex and want to grow my business is because I love the products. The first time I used them, I was super impressed. It was like finding a new restaurant or reading a great book -- I wanted to share it with everyone! And the more people I talked to, the more I found that have never heard of Norwex. As I explored the business opportunity, I became equally impressed with the company. And now, other than my family, there's nothing that I am more passionate about.

Q:Describe yourself in three words:

A: Determined, loyal, quiet

Q:Tell us about your business and how you became the successful business woman you are today.

A: I never had a desire to enter the direct sales business, and as I said before, the main reason I did is my belief in these products and the mission of Norwex. This is definitely a big step out of my comfort zone, yet I have enjoyed the business and the professional and personal growth that have come with it.

​​Q:What are your top three favorite people/places/things to do in New Bern?

A: Enjoy meeting friends at the Thirsty Bruin on Friday nights and figuring out where to eat afterwards. Working out at Sound Fitness. Dinner parties/game nights with friends at our house.

Q:​Do you have any advice for women who'd like to start their own company?

A: ​Go for it!

Thanks for your time Mary Ellen. These products sound like awesome solutions to all the chemicals we are forced to use to clean. There is no way that using so much bleach on everything is healthy for me or my family. It takes a lot of courage to forge your own path as the owner of your own company. You are very inspiring and we hope that all the other leading ladies of New Bern will also be inspired to take their careers into their own hands!

Mary Ellen, thanks so much for joining us at our next event. We are so excited to have you and to learn about "Norwex" and their fabulous cleaning products. They sound wonderful.

Before we go, we would like to remind you that our next event will be July 20th at Circa 1810 at the Harvey Mansion - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM EST. It's going to be a great night. Don't miss out on all of the fun!

Please stop by and support New Bern's local businesses, have a great time and try out amazing products.

Welcome!

Hi 👋 My name is Laurie and I am a Social Media Marketing Manager based in New Bern, NC. I am married to the man of my dreams, a mom and in love with my adorable grandson, Noah. I love checking out new local restaurants, festivals and events while searching for great places to host monthly Girls Night Out. You can usually find me checking out all things live music, the best hospitality in town and working on my campaign to bring Bonefish Grill to New Bern-it's going to happen!!​